
Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL from $800 (4 Rentals)
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Northwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Northwest Elgin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Northwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,628 | $1,350 | $1,900 |
Northwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,654 | $2,350 | $3,000 |
Northwest Elgin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,483 | $2,200 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Elgin area is the $1.86 price per square foot 443 Jefferson Ave Model at 443 Jefferson Ave, Unit 3 in the in the West Ridge Village neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Northwest Elgin apartment is the 1 Bed Room Model at 311 Barrington Ave Lofts starting at $1,550 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Beacon Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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443 Jefferson Ave, Unit 3 | 443 Jefferson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
39 Surrey Dr | 39 Surrey | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
125 W Main St, Unit B | 125 W Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
The Villages at Canterfield | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A1- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Watermark at The Grove | 1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
305 Oregon Ave, Unit MM | 305 Oregon Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du | Furnished Studio-Chicago - Elgin - West Du... | Studio ,1BA | $20.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Elgin
What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Elgin?
There are currently 142 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $6,000. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Elgin ranging from $850 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Elgin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Elgin ranges from $850 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,010.
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